Aug 26, 2021 · Paintings of Yosemite Artists have been drawn to capture the magnificence of Yosemite since humans first set foot on the land, from the Native Californian basketweavers to the plein air artists of today.

Valley of the Yosemite (or Valley of the Yo-Semite) is a painting by the German American painter Albert Bierstadt that was completed in 1864. Initially associated with the Hudson River School, Bierstadt rose to prominence for his paintings of the Rocky Mountains, which established him as one of the best painters of the western American ...

Mar 17, 2025 · Our Yosemite National Park paintings capture the awe-inspiring beauty of this special place. From majestic mountains to cascading waterfalls, these paintings will remind you of the immense natural grandeur that has captivated visitors since its protection by President Abraham Lincoln in 1864.

Feb 21, 2023 · The bouncing of light, graceful effervescence of water, and stoic mountain lines have provoked artists of all backgrounds and mediums to create works of art. Not surprisingly, many artists have played a role- directly or indirectly- …

Albert Bierstadt's Domes of the Yosemite depicts one of the nation's most admired natural wonders and is, appropriate to the scale of its subject, among the artists most ambitious compositions. The painting was created during a period of self-discovery for Americans fascinated by the western landscape and its awe-inspiring natural phenomena.

Valley of the Yosemite One of Bierstadt’s most famous paintings is a representation of Yosemite’s breathtaking valley, where the Merced River runs gently through a part surrounded by massive granite rock faces.

Moran’s paintings and sketches of Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, and Yosemite captured the attention of the American public. These artistic works became critical evidence before Congress of the need to preserve these awe-inspiring vistas, spurring the creation of …

Bierstadt described Yosemite as “the most magnificent place I was ever in.” He repeatedly painted imaginative landscapes based loosely on Yosemite’s soaring landmarks, garnering widespread public acclaim.

All of these Yosemite, California paintings are for sale unless otherwise noted. Plein air studies are small paintings from which I may paint larger studio paintings.

Jan 15, 2021 · Get better acquainted with artistic legacy during your Yosemite vacation by visiting the Ansel Adams Gallery and galleries of basket making and painting.